Browse articles from EyeWorld 2017 issues. EyeWorld is the award-winning member publication of ASCRS. The magazine provides news and updates from the Society as well as clinical features in the areas of cataract, refractive, cornea, glaucoma, and practice management. It publishes quarterly with editorial direction from its medical editorial board and staff.
Cataract surgery in a patient with diabetes requires special considerations, careful examination, and it may be helpful to have a retina specialist involved.
Experts discuss the role of topical steroids in HSV keratitis, which medications are recommended in these cases, what to look for to diagnose these patients, and how to taper or continue to treat the problem.
Described as a “hybrid” MIGS device, surgeons discuss the XEN Gel Stent, patient selection, the surgical technique, and more.
This rare, congenital, developmental anomaly requires specific and nuanced management to prevent various complications that can occur if left untreated.
When multifocal lenses were first introduced, they were heralded as a means of providing both near and distance vision improvements for patients undergoing cataract surgery. These IOLs feature two main foci, but patients continually demanded better intermediate vision. In today’s world, one could argue intermediate vision is even more crucial than near for performing daily tasks such as using a computer, tablet, or smartphone.
Do MSICS and other extracapsular cataract extraction (ECCE) techniques have a place in developed countries where phaco is available, affordable, and the well-established gold standard? Is it something that should be taught in training? Is it a skill to be maintained?